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    Home » Recipes » Pasta » Gluten Free Ramen (the BEST!)

    Gluten Free Ramen (the BEST!)

    June 27, 2022 By Chandice | 14 Comments | Updated December 12, 2022

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    This gluten free ramen is such an easy dinner recipe that the whole family will love. Made in under 20 minutes with simple ingredients perfect for anyone.

    Traditional ramen noodles are made with wheat flour which isn’t gluten free. These gluten-free ramen noodles not only taste great but they are even better than regular ramen noodles in nutritional profile.

    gluten free ramen in a bowl

    I love nostalgic dishes that I ate as a kid like this ramen. Our tater tot casserole is another one that I had to adjust to be gluten-free but always takes me down memory lane.

    With celiac disease it makes it hard to eat at asian restaurants which is why I like to make ramen and other asian foods at home. Making food at home is an excellent way to avoid gluten but it’s also healthier and saves you money.

    Soup recipes are so easy to make and very cost effective. Plus, they’re perfect for leftovers. My caprese roasted tomato soup and my instant pot hamburger soup are on repeat during the winter time.

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    When I crave another gluten-free pasta dish, I make our tortellini pomodoro, gluten-free Mac and cheese, instant pot pasta, fried gluten-free ravioli or instant pot spaghetti.

    Another easy recipe I like to make are my gluten-free egg rolls in the air fryer. The egg rolls go perfectly with this gluten-free ramen for a more complete meal. If you’re looking to pair this soup with more protein, I recommend my gluten-free orange chicken.

    gluten free ramen soup

    Is Japanese ramen gluten-free?

    No, Japanese ramen is not gluten free because the main ingredient is wheat flour. In addition to the noodles, the broth of traditional ramen contains soy sauce which is not gluten-free.

    When making your own ramen make sure to use gluten-free noodles, like soba noodles, and gluten-free soy sauce. This way you can make sure you’ve catered to any gluten intolerance.

    Can you buy gluten-free ramen noodles?

    Many grocery stores are now offering a gluten free noodles like brown rice noodles (I love Lotus Foods brand), black rice noodle, glass noodles, and shirataki noodles which are all excellent options to chose from.

    If you can’t find these at your local grocery store, try and asian market, whole foods, or a health food store.

    easy gluten free ramen

    What’s in gluten-free ramen?

    There’s only a few simple ingredients in this ramen soup that you probably already have in your pantry. Feel free to add more spices or toppings to your liking.

    Gluten-free ramen cake

    For this recipe you only need one gluten-free rice ramen cake (I like Lotus) but you can double or even triple the recipe if needed.

    Chicken broth

    I like to use chicken broth but vegetable broth or bone broth will work as well. Opt for low sodium chicken broth if you’re looking for a healthier option.

    Real salt

    Real Salt really does give this recipe more flavor than normal sea salt does. If you haven’t tried Real Salt, I would definitely recommend it.

    Extra spices

    I like to add seasoned salt, parsley, and black pepper to my ramen but you can also add onion powder, garlic salt, garlic powder, etc.

    Egg

    You can add a poached egg to your ramen for extra protein if you’d like. The egg is completely optional but it is yummy!

    How to make gluten-free ramen

    You can make ramen in under 10 minutes which makes it the perfect quick lunch or quick family dinner.

    Step 1: Heat the chicken broth on a stovetop until boiling

    gluten free ramen with chicken stock

    Step 2: Add the ramen cake and cook until soft, about 3 minutes

    Gluten free ramen cake

    Step 3: Season with remaining ingredients and enjoy hot

    how to make gluten free ramen

    Step 4: If you’d like to add an egg, drain the ramen noodles into a bowl and then drop an egg into the hot broth and cook for 2 minutes until soft boiled

    Step 5: Pour ramen broth over the noodles and top with the egg

    Gluten free ramen with egg

    Pro tip: Top your ramen with nutritional yeast, red curry paste, sour cream, our garlic stuffed chicken thighs or miso paste for extra flavor.

    Expert tips and FAQs

    Is ramen noodle broth gluten-free?

    No ramen noodle broth is often made with soy sauce which isn’t gluten-free. You can make your own flavorful broth with chicken stock, fresh vegetables, green onions, etc.

    Is the seasoning packet in ramen gluten-free?

    No, the seasoning packet in traditional ramen is not gluten free. Making your own seasoning is my favorite way to ensure this easy soup recipe stays gluten-free.

    What kind of ramen is gluten-free?

    Lotus foods ramen noodles and lotus foods brown rice ramen are good options when making gluten-free ramen soup. You can you different types of noodles as well depending on preference.

    Can you save ramen for later?

    Yes, you can save your ramen in the fridge for 1-2 days in an airtight container. Like most noodles, they are better fresh but reheating in the microwave or stovetop is a good option.

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    Gluten Free Ramen

    gluten free ramen in a white bowl
    5 from 12 votes
    This gluten-free ramen is such an easy dinner recipe that the whole family will love. Made in under 10 minutes with simple ingredients perfect for a quick lunch or family dinner.
    Traditional ramen noodles are made with wheat flour which isn't gluten free. These gluten-free ramen noodles not only taste great but they are even better than regular ramen noodles in nutritional profile. 
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    Prep Time: 3 mins
    Cook Time: 5 mins
    Total Time: 8 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: gluten-free, ramen
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 95kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 gluten-free rice ramen cake (I love Lotus foods)
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • 1 egg optional
    • 1/2 teaspoon Real Salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon parsley
    • black pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Heat the chicken broth on a stovetop until boiling
    • Add the ramen cake and cook until soft, about 3 minutes
    • Season with remaining ingredients and enjoy hot
    • If you'd like to add an egg, drain the ramen noodles into a bowl and then drop an egg into the hot broth and cook for 2 minutes until soft boiled
    • Pour broth over the noodles and top with the egg

    Notes

    What kind of ramen is gluten-free?
    Lotus foods ramen noodles and lotus foods brown rice ramen are good options when making gluten-free ramen soup. You can you different types of noodles as well depending on preference.
    Can you save ramen for later?
    Yes, you can save your ramen in the fridge for 1-2 days in an airtight container. Like most noodles, they are better fresh but reheating in the microwave or stovetop is a good option.
    Pro tip: Top your ramen with nutritional yeast, red curry paste, sour cream, or miso paste for extra flavor.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 173mg | Sodium: 3571mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 248IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. Mary says

      January 18, 2023 at 10:29 pm

      I love lotus ramen. I make a peanut sauce with mine. Also, since you can’t eat soy sauce with Celiac, I use Braggs Amino Acids. You’ll never know it’s not soy sauce 😊

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        January 19, 2023 at 6:23 pm

        Great idea!! I also love gluten-free soy sauce 🙂

        Reply
    2. Megan says

      July 18, 2022 at 12:45 pm

      5 stars
      Loved it! Simple, delicious and little prep time. Brilliant recipe!

      Reply
    3. Tristin says

      July 18, 2022 at 1:22 am

      5 stars
      We loved this ramen recipe! Made ours with the egg and it was delish and such an easy dinner!

      Reply
    4. Chenée says

      July 17, 2022 at 10:11 pm

      5 stars
      SO glad to find a gluten-free version of ramen to feed my ramen craving! I had it with a soft-boiled egg and it was perfect.

      Reply
    5. Lauren Michael Harris says

      July 16, 2022 at 6:59 pm

      5 stars
      I didn’t even know gluten free ramen existed! So glad to find this recipe – my husband is *supposed* to eat gluten free, but there are so many foods he doesn’t want to miss out on! This is one delicious replacement now.

      Reply
    6. Ann says

      July 16, 2022 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for the share! I haven’t been able to find gluten free ramen noodles, and I love using them! Excited to have these again and again!

      Reply
    7. Tracy says

      July 16, 2022 at 4:49 am

      5 stars
      I love that these are gluten free! This is my new favorite lunch, we’ve made it so many times! Thanks for another great recipe!

      Reply
    8. Sharon says

      July 15, 2022 at 8:42 pm

      5 stars
      This gluten-free Ramen recipe is a great and easy way to enjoy a gluten-free dish. I make up a big batch for lunch for the week.

      Reply
    9. Natalie says

      July 15, 2022 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      My daughter needs to eat gluten-free meals, and it is not easy to find recipes she likes. She enjoyed your ramen recipe, thank you!

      Reply
      • Chandice says

        July 15, 2022 at 2:45 pm

        Awesome thanks Natalie, I love hearing that!

        Reply
    10. Mikayla says

      July 14, 2022 at 12:45 am

      5 stars
      I mean who doesn’t love ramen. This is a simple, easy and honestly a light ramen recipe that my family loved!

      Reply
    11. veenaazmanov says

      July 13, 2022 at 6:42 pm

      5 stars
      Gluten free ramen this way is so healthy. My kids love this One pot meal. Looks great and is easy to make too.

      Reply
    12. Kate says

      June 30, 2022 at 1:13 pm

      5 stars
      My husband loves ramen, but was just recently diagnosed with celiac, so I was so excited when I found this recipe! I surprised him with it the other night and he loved it

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